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Manchester Institute of Innovation Research @mioir.bsky.social · 16d

On 18 Sept, MIOIR hosted an event on science diplomacy & research collaborations with the Embassy of Spain, sponsored by Connects-UK Ambassadors for Science. Speakers from UoM, GMCA, FECYT & the Spanish Embassy shared insights on research security and global partnerships. 🌍

Manchester Institute of Innovation Research @mioir.bsky.social · 16d

⏳ Just over a week to go – final spaces left!

The programme is now live for the RSA 60th Anniversary Workshop: Inclusive Innovation for Regional Futures (30 Sept, Manchester).

👉 Register free: www.regionalstudies.org/events/rsa60...
@regstud.bsky.social, @alliancembs.bsky.social

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Alliance Manchester Business School @alliancembs.bsky.social · Aug 29

🌍 How can universities become catalysts for climate action?

AMBS researchers are part of a major project exploring how knowledge institutions can help cities achieve net zero goals.

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Manchester Institute of Innovation Research @mioir.bsky.social · 26d

Join us for keynote talks and panel discussions exploring:
🔹 Central–local dynamics in UK innovation policy
🔹 Delivering inclusive innovation across diverse regions
🔹 Universities & FE colleges as civic anchors and innovation enablers

Free event – register 👉 www.regionalstudies.org/events/rsa60...

RSA 60th Anniversary Workshop: Inclusive Innovation for Regional Futures: Bridging Economic Development, Ecological Recovery and Social Equity - RSA Main

www.regionalstudies.org

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Manchester Institute of Innovation Research @mioir.bsky.social · 26d

🎤 Speakers include: Richard Jones, Raquel Ortega-Argiles, Kevin Morgan, Marianne Sensier, David Charles, Cecilia Wong, Andy Westwood

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Manchester Institute of Innovation Research @mioir.bsky.social · 26d

#RSA60 Anniversary Workshop: Inclusive Innovation for Regional Futures: Bridging Economic Development, Ecological Recovery and Social Equity

Join us at @alliancembs.bsky.social, @officialuom.bsky.social on 30 Sept 2025.

Register here 👉 www.regionalstudies.org/events/rsa60... @regstud.bsky.social

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Manchester Institute of Innovation Research @mioir.bsky.social · Aug 5

How can we foster responsible innovation in synthetic genomics? 🧬📄

In their new paper in the Journal of Responsible Innovation, Paolo Corsico & Philip Shapira (MIOIR) explore what responsibility means in this rapidly evolving field.

Read here: www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....

Responsible genomes: How can we foster responsible innovation in synthetic genomics?

Reflections on the responsible development of synthetic genomics have contributed to shaping Responsible Research and Innovation (RRI) as an area of inquiry. This paper revisits the question: what ...

www.tandfonline.com

Manchester Institute of Innovation Research @mioir.bsky.social · Jul 30

We’re hiring! Join us at MIOIR as a Postdoc on an international project exploring why mission-oriented policies for sustainability sometimes fail—and how to fix them. 🌱

Collaborate with teams in Canada and Poland on real-world policy challenges.

🗓 Apply by 12 Sept 👉 bit.ly/4oc0QJh

Research Associate: Mission Oriented Innovation Policy for Sustainability:Manchester

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Kieron Flanagan @kieronflanagan.bsky.social · Jul 9

Are UK universities doing too much research? If so, what should we do about it? Debates about how to address the financial sustainability of university research have a familiar ring to them, as I write in @resprofnews.bsky.social

www.researchprofessionalnews.com/rr-news-poli...

#scipolicy

Research leaders’ deficit fixes are a 1980s tribute act - Research Professional News

Government’s priorities cast old debates about concentrating resources in a new light, says Kieron Flanagan

www.researchprofessionalnews.com

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Manchester Institute of Innovation Research @mioir.bsky.social · Jun 26

Great to see MIOIR research by Silvia Massini, Mabel Sánchez Barrioluengo & Xiaoxiao Yu cited in the UK Government’s Technology Adoption Review, helping shape the Industrial Strategy and support adoption of AI, cloud computing & big data.

📄 Read the full report here: bit.ly/4lrcqya

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Manchester Institute of Innovation Research @mioir.bsky.social · Jun 25

⏳ 2 hours to go! How to Create a Good Food Revolution

🗓 Today
🕠 17:30–19:00
📍 Join in-person or online @alliancembs.bsky.social

🎙 Featuring Prof Kevin Morgan + expert panel

Explore how public food policy can transform systems—for justice, health, and the planet.

🔗 Register now: bit.ly/3HLYBf4

Manchester Institute of Innovation Research @mioir.bsky.social · Jun 24

Last chance to register! How to Create a Good Food Revolution 🌍

🗓 Wed 25 June | 🕠 17:30–19:00
📍 AMBS + online
🎙 Prof Kevin Morgan + expert panel

Join us to explore how public food policy can drive system-wide change—for justice, health and ecological integrity.

🔗 Register: bit.ly/3HLYBf4

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Kieron Flanagan @kieronflanagan.bsky.social · Jun 20

Security fears are creating new pressures and expectations on national research systems across Europe. My @mioir.bsky.social colleague Andrew James and I have written a piece for @resprofnews.bsky.social summarising some key findings from our new report on the topic.
#scipolicy #security

Research security in Europe needs a more coordinated approach - Research Professional News

Survey of national efforts reveals uneven but developing picture, say Andrew James and Kieron Flanagan

www.researchprofessionalnews.com

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Manchester Institute of Innovation Research @mioir.bsky.social · Jun 19

1 week to go! How to Create a Good Food Revolution 🌍

🗓 Wed 25 June | 🕠 17:30–19:00
📍 AMBS + online
🎙 Prof Kevin Morgan + expert panel

Join us to explore how public food policy can drive system-wide change—for justice, health and ecological integrity.

🔗 Register: bit.ly/3HLYBf4

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Manchester Institute of Innovation Research @mioir.bsky.social · Jun 17

New report 📄 by Mabel Sánchez Barrioluengo & colleagues for the European Commission’s JRC on Micro-credentials in Higher Education.

Are they boosting digital & green skills for Europe’s twin transition?

Read here 🔗 publications.jrc.ec.europa.eu/repository/h...

Micro-credentials in higher education

Micro-credentials have gained significant traction within the European Higher Education Area following the 2022 Council Recommendation. Micro-credentials offer flexible, targeted, and accessible learn...

publications.jrc.ec.europa.eu

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Manchester Institute of Innovation Research @mioir.bsky.social · Jun 5

MIOIR is proud to be sponsoring the #SIIB2025 ECR Conference – a great opportunity for early career researchers in strategy, innovation, marketing and international business.

📢 Submit your abstract by 14 June, full details listed here: lnkd.in/d_V6HeRc

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Manchester Institute of Innovation Research @mioir.bsky.social · Jun 4

🔍Based on 85+ interviews across 7 countries and the EU, the study finds varied national responses, capacity gaps in many institutions, and a call for clearer, more practical guidance to help balance research security with open international collaboration.
#ResearchSecurity #STIPolicy #OpenScience

This link will take you to a page that’s not on LinkedIn

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Manchester Institute of Innovation Research @mioir.bsky.social · Jun 4

🔒 New report #ResearchSecurity in Europe

How are countries handling security risks while keeping science open? A new study by MIOIR’s Andrew James, Kieron Flanagan, Alice Naisbitt & John Rigby explores this.

Commissioned by UK Gov’s Sci & Tech Network.

📘 Read here: lnkd.in/eAQvZqzq

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methods@manchester @methodsmcr.bsky.social · May 28

📚 The Methods@Manchester Summer School 2025 is now open for bookings! Learn from leading researchers from Humanities at the University of Manchester and connect with PhD students and academics from across the UK and beyond!

Find all the details here: www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/2...

2025 Methods@Manchester Summer School

Methods@Manchester’s popular Summer School is back for another year, with one week of courses in the week commencing 30 June.Featuring a range of methods courses for both qualitative and quantitative ...

www.manchester.ac.uk

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Manchester Institute of Innovation Research @mioir.bsky.social · May 23

Learning from a diverse group of peers was a key highlight!

The group project presentations showcased global perspectives, fresh ideas and rich discussions—proving that we learn best when we learn together 🤝 #EvalCourse2025

Manchester Institute of Innovation Research @mioir.bsky.social · May 23

🔎 Evaluation from the perspective of ‘What Works’ networks
Nancy Hey (Director of Evidence & Insight at Lloyd's Register Foundation) joins us to explore how evidence networks shape better evaluation and decision-making. #WhatWorks #EvalCourse2025

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Manchester Institute of Innovation Research @mioir.bsky.social · May 23

Final day!🎤 This morning kicks off with Prof. Jakob Edler (MIOIR/Fraunhofer ISI) on demand-based innovation policy—exploring how demand can drive innovation and policy design. #Evaluation2025 #InnovationPolicy

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Manchester Institute of Innovation Research @mioir.bsky.social · May 22

This afternoon, Erik Arnold leads a session on designing evaluations to tackle societal challenges. Next up, Diogo Machado explores the role of AI in science policy—practical applications and future directions.
#Evaluation2025 #PolicyInnovation #ImpactEvaluation

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Manchester Institute of Innovation Research @mioir.bsky.social · May 22

Today kicks off with Erik Arnold on evaluating STI organisations—how to assess research funders and performers, with examples from Finland and Luxembourg.
Followed by Mike Thelwall (remote) on altmetrics—web-based metrics as impact indicators. #Evaluation2025

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Manchester Institute of Innovation Research @mioir.bsky.social · May 21

Day 3️⃣ wrapped with insightful discussions on steering effects and productive group work sessions.
Thanks to all our speakers for sparking thoughtful conversations!
#Evaluation2025 #SciencePolicy #GlobalLearning

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